Reading Responses

Before you begin: Research the athlete Oscar Pistorius and make 10 important notes about his life and career.


Reading response 4/9/2012

Read the following article, watch the video and listen to the podcast, then answer the following questions:

http://www.smh.com.au/sport/we-arent-racing-a-fair-race-pistorius-furious-after-shock-200m-defeat-20120903-25908.html

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-09-03/pistorius-lashes-out-after-losing/4240268?section=paralympics

1. Why was Oscar Pistorius so angry with the result of the race?

2. What did he say to make you think this?

3. How would you feel if you were Oscar Pistorius after this race?

4. How would you feel if you were Alan Oliviera?

5. What does it mean to be in a T44 running race at the paralympics?


Exposition

Write an exposition on the following topic:

Should Oscar Pistorius be allowed to compete in both the Olympic and Paralympic games?



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